Transactional Attorney

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.

Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking.  We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Transactional Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. In this key role, you will provide essential transactional support for our private strategies portfolio managers and our Capital Markets team, with a primary focus on asset-backed, corporate and other non-real estate debt and equity deals.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in corporate and securities law, complemented by a proven track record of successfully negotiating and managing complex transactions. Your expertise will be critical in navigating the intricacies of negotiated and other bespoke transactions, ensuring compliance with PIMCO policies and procedures and legal / regulatory requirements, and driving forward the firm’s strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide transactional support for portfolio managers focused on asset-backed, corporate and other non-real estate debt and equity deals across the risk spectrum

• Interact with outside counsel and oversee transactions, ensuring efficiency and adherence to the firm’s policies, procedures and other requirements

• Manage various legal and regulatory matters associated with transactions, including those related to the expansion of PIMCO’s business model

• Work on other legal projects as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the legal group and the firm overall

• Collaborate effectively with Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Capital Markets, Legal & Compliance, Product Management and other teams to align legal strategies with business objectives

• Engage with outside legal counsel and other service providers to facilitate seamless transactions and to identify and mitigate risks

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of experience at a leading law firm or equivalent experience in a relevant legal environment

• Experience in the investment management industry is highly desirable

• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. securities laws and the legal documentation for debt and equity investments and the ability to interpret and apply legal principles effectively

• Preferred experience in private corporate loan originations; preferred equity; secured financing transactions, including repo and warehouse lending; co-lender and intercreditor arrangements; workouts and restructurings; regulatory and compliance matters in respect of investment managers and broker-dealers; and private equity funds, hedge funds and registered mutual funds

General Attributes

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills to achieve optimal results while working collaboratively with a high-caliber team

• Well-organized and a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced team environment, particularly with senior-level employees.

• Excellent communication skills to navigate the firm’s demanding environment and foster productive relationships with clients and outside contacts 

• Solutions-driven mindset with a proactive approach to addressing business issues effectively

• Clear commitment to PIMCO’s culture, values and approach, embodying professionalism and integrity

Personal Characteristics

• Intelligent, conceptual thinker, and quick learner with the ability to assess complex situations and generate actionable insights

• Outstanding reputation for professional integrity and credibility within the organization and the investment and client communities

• Independent, entrepreneurial self-starter with strong project management skills and the ability to execute tasks efficiently and effectively

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex ideas and strategies in a clear, concise and precise way both verbally and in writing

• Mature, self-confident, and a consensus builder who works well within a large organization and has the ability to foster collaboration and teamwork among colleagues

• Cultural sensitivity and skills to work effectively in a global and diverse organization

• Exceptional client service skills, with a focus on building and maintaining strong client relationships

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with excellent academic credentials from a top-tier U.S. law school

If you are a motivated attorney with a passion for transactional legal matters and a desire to work in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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